Leaves Shaped Like Dolphins
Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Direct Light, Bright Indirect Light)
Average Watering Needs
Mature Height 6 Inches

String of Dolphins is one of the most unique succulents out there! The Dolphin Plant has a trailing growing habit with leaves that look like a pod of dolphins. It is easy to care for and is sure to spark conversation. It grows to be about 6 inches tall, making it a great fit for any space, big or small.

Best Locations For Growing String of Dolphins

You can add this succulent to your bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, or family room, or take it to work with you!

String of Dolphins Sunlight Requirements

Place your Dolphin plant in a window that faces south. A T-5 fluorescent light is also sufficient for growing purposes.

String of Dolphins Care

A well-drained soil specifically for cactus or succulents should be used. Plant String of Dolphins in a pot slightly larger than the rootball and with drainage holes. Propagate this plant by removing a healthy stem at the base of the mother plant. Prune with clean shears and make sharp cuts. Remove any dead or decayed foliage as necessary.

Watering String of Dolphins

Water String of Dolphins until it begins to drain. Let the soil completely dry before watering again. On average, water once a week during the growing season, and once a month during the winter dormant period.

Feeding String of Dolphins

Fertilize once a year with a liquid feed. Mix the feed at half the strength recommended on the label prior to application.

String Of Dolphins Information

Light Exposure: Bright Direct Light, Bright Indirect Light

Care Requirements: Easy

Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.

Pet Friendly: No

Kid Friendly: No

Air Purifier: Moderate

Habit: Trailing

Growth Rate: Fast

Mature Height: 6 inches

Mature Spread: 3 feet

Flowering: Yes

Flower Color(s): White

Flower Shade/Description: White

Fragrant: Yes

Foliage Type:

Foliage Color(s): Blue, Green

Foliage Description: Dusty Blue-Green

Temperature: 65° - 85°F (18° - 29°C)

Humidity: Average (40% - 60%)

Common Name: String Of Dolphins

Other Name(s): String Of Dolphins

Scientific Name: Senecio peregrinus

Plant Type: House Plant

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

String Of Dolphins